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Pittsburgh Pirates News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 16
Predicting Pirates’ biggest move before MLB trade deadline
For the first time in a decade, the Pittsburgh Pirates are genuinely relevant in late July. Sitting at 50-47, over .500 for the first time since 2016, the Bucs head into the second half of the 2026 season with something they haven’t had in years: leverage.
MLB News / Athlon Sports / July 16
Pirates Acquire Former Top Prospect From Nationals
The Pittsburgh Pirates are taking a chance on a former top-100 prospect. On Thursday, the Washington Nationals announced that they traded outfielder Robert Hassell III to the Pittsburgh Pirates in exchange for cash or a player to be named later.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 16
Pirates End Long Opening Day Drought With 2027 Schedule
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates now know who and when they'll play for next season, but there is a big alteration to what they are used to. The Pirates will open the season against the Athletics and host them at PNC Park, March 25-27, with Opening Day on the 25th, meaning they'll start this season in Pittsburgh.
The 'MLB All-Star Game MVPs' quiz
MLB began awarding the All-Star Game MVP Award during the 1962 season. How many of the MVPs since then can you name in eight minutes?
MLB News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 16
Pirates Acquire Former Top Prospect From Nationals
The Pittsburgh Pirates are taking a chance on a former top prospect who hasn't quite panned out as initially hoped. Per the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette's Colin Beazley, the Pirates have acquired outfielder Robert Hassell III from the Washington Nationals for either cash considerations or a player to be named later (PTBNL).
Every first-overall MLB draft pick from the 21st century
The MLB Draft doesn’t get the same attention as the NFL Draft…or the NBA Draft…or even the NHL Draft. There’s the element of a stay in a farm system, the general lack of immediate impact for MLB draft picks, and the fact that it’s tougher for one MLB player to turn a franchise’s fortunes around.
Dennis Santana News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 16
Pirates Must Consider DFA for Relief Pitcher After All-Star Break
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates bullpen has been the epicenter for the team's main issues in 2026, and one of their veterans has had a difficult season.
Paul Skenes News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 16
Pirates' Paul Skenes Takes Another Jab at Yankees
PITTSBURGH — Paul Skenes has dealt with rumors of him leaving the Pittsburgh Pirates for a bigger market, but he once again showed he has no intention of going anywhere.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 16
Are Pirates For Real? Where Pittsburgh Stands Post All-Star Game
PITTSBURGH -- Are the Pittsburgh Pirates for real? Everyone has an opinion as the Pirates entered this year's All-Star break with a 50-47 record, good for fourth place in the crowded NL Central and putting them within just 2.0 games back of the final NL Wild Card spot.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 16
Three Pirates Prospects Most Likely to Be Called Up After All-Star Break
Unlike just about every season so far this decade beyond 2024, the Pittsburgh Pirates' focus coming out of the All-Star break is on adding veteran talent as a means of pushing for a playoff spot.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / July 15
Why Did the Pirates Draft Derek Curiel 5th Overall?
The 2026 MLB Draft was full of electric talents, especially on the college side. From superstars like Roch Cholowsky, Grady Emerson, and Vahn Lackey to other collegiate sluggers like Drew Burress, it didn’t take much to get excited about the very top of this draft class.
Konnor Griffin News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 15
Konnor Griffin Ecstatic About Pirates' 2026 First Round Draft Pick
PITTSBURGH — Konnor Griffin is the leader of the future of the Pirates and won't be alone in the future success of the franchise. The Pirates took LSU
The 20 greatest MLB teams to never win the World Series
Even the most successful regular-season teams in Major League Baseball have failed to win it all. Here's our list of 20 such clubs that fall into that category.
Paul Skenes News / HITC / July 15
Who is Livvy Dunne? The social media gymnast and Baywatch star dating MLB pitcher Paul Skenes
Olivia ‘Livvy’ Dunne is far from just MLB superstar Paul Skenes’ girlfriend. Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes entered the MLB Red Carpet event ahead of the 2026 All-Star Game with his longtime girlfriend, Livvy Dunne.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / HITC / July 15
‘I don’t know who he is’ – MLB All-Star Paul Skenes not impressed by his teammate’s NBA comparison
Pittsburgh Pirates star Paul Skenes is seemingly not a fan of the NBA. For a third consecutive year, Paul Skenes was named among the MLB All-Stars from the National League.
Paul Skenes News / MLB on ClutchPoints / July 14
Olivia Dunne reveals what led to her matching red carpet outfit with Paul Skenes
Pittsburgh Pirates ace Paul Skenes’ girlfriend, Olivia Dunne, seemingly didn’t have to do much thinking when deciding what to wear on the red carpet of Tuesday’s MLB All-Star Game at Citizens Bank Park in Philadelphia.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Pittsburgh Pirates on SI / July 14
Four Biggest Pirates Surprises at All-Star Break
PITTSBURGH — The Pittsburgh Pirates had a strong end to the first half of the season and there are some players that have had great showings, that not many expected of.
Paul Skenes News / Larry Brown Sports / July 14
Paul Skenes was caught off guard by ‘future Yankee’ comment
Pittsburgh Pirates fans will not love what a reporter said when referring to ace pitcher Paul Skenes during Monday’s MLB All-Star media availability in Philadelphia.
Paul Skenes News / Trade Talk Sports / July 13
Paul Skenes Pushes Back on Concerns Over His Velocity
The Pittsburgh Pirates are as competitive as they’ve ever been during the Paul Skenes era, yet that’s surprisingly been driven more by the offense than by Skenes and the pitching staff.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 13
Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 MLB Draft Recap & Player Analysis
The Pittsburgh Pirates entered the 2026 MLB Draft with a massive opportunity, wielding a record-shattering $19,130,700 bonus pool. This financial flexibility shaped their strategy.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Inside The Diamonds / July 13
Pittsburgh Pirates 2026 Trade Deadline Outlook 07/13/2026
As of July 13th, our Pittsburgh Pirates have a record of 50 wins and 47 losses. They are currently two games back from a National League Wild Card spot.
Cam Sanders News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 13
Orioles acquire Cam Sanders from Pirates
The Orioles have traded for right-hander Cam Sanders, the team announced. The Pirates designated Sanders for assignment last week. Pittsburgh will receive cash in the deal.
MLB News / Field Level Media / July 12
Pirates explode for 10-run inning while wiping out Brewers
The Pittsburgh Pirates scored 10 runs in the fourth inning of a 14-5 win against the visiting Milwaukee Brewers on Sunday to sweep the three-game series.
Esmerlyn Valdez News / Yardbarker / July 12
Esmerlyn Valdez adds another feat to remarkable start to MLB career
Nicknamed ''The Magician,'' Esmerlyn Valdez is doing unimaginable things offensively for the Pittsburgh Pirates this season.
Cam Sanders News / MLB Trade Rumors / July 11
Pirates Designate Cam Sanders For Assignment
The Pirates have designated right-hander Cam Sanders for assignment, and moved shortstop Konnor Griffin from the 10-day injured list to the 60-day IL. The two moves clear roster spots for Jacob Gonzalez and Brandon Eisert, who were acquired yesterday from the White Sox.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 10
Pirates acquire Konnor Griffin injury replacement in trade with White Sox
The Pittsburgh Pirates attempted to fill two problem spots with their roster on Friday night in a trade with the Chicago White Sox.
Pittsburgh Pirates News / Just Baseball / July 10
What Does a Perfect MLB Draft Look Like for the Pirates?
Heading into the 2026 MLB Draft, the vibe around the Pittsburgh Pirates is far different than at this point in past years. Currently sitting at 47-47, the Pirates are just five games out of an NL Wild Card spot, and with an active deadline, they have a real shot to make things interesting down the stretch.
MLB News / Yardbarker / July 7
Pirates' Ryan O'Hearn joins Dodgers' Shohei Ohtani in rare club after blowout win over Braves
Pittsburgh Pirates right fielder Ryan O'Hearn now belongs to a club that includes Los Angeles Dodgers pitcher/designated hitter Shohei Ohtani.
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